Kilian
boy name#1166 in 2025Kilian entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #1031 in 2023, ranks #1166 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1970–2025
#1166
rank today
#1031
peak (2023)
177
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4704 |
| 1980s | #5167 |
| 1990s | #3193 |
| 2000s | #3281 |
| 2010s | #1867 |
| 2020s | #1144 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kilian has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 2,700 people named Kilian are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kilian is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kilian in 2025?
- Kilian ranks #1166 among US boy names in 2025, with 177 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kilian most popular?
- Kilian peaked in 2023, reaching #1031 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kilian with classmates?
- Kilian will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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